Columns
‘Little rocket man’ cleverly changes debate around North Korean nukes
The unexpected thaw between North and South Korea has subtly changed the dynamics of the nuclear crisis there. […]
Month: January 2018
Local News
Coming Up Around Town
Here are some events coming up in and around town. Tuesday Jan. 16 Thursday Jan. 25 Thursday Jan. 25 to […]
Local News
Morinville Council Briefs
Council has unanimously approved 2018’s Morinville News advertising contract between the town and this news website. […]
Local Sports
MCHS Sr. Girls take fourth in Spruce Grove tournament
It was a tight race for third place Saturday afternoon between the MCHS Wolves Sr. Girls basketball team and Sturgeon Composite.
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Columns
The Soaring Pig: Bourbon Barbecue Sauce
A couple of summers ago, we bought a Bradley Smoker and started using it fairly regularly. A while back my wife bought me an air fryer, mostly so I could do chicken wings. […]
Morinville News
Town to meet with community groups
The Town of Morinville is holding an information session Jan. 25 in Hall A at the cultural centre from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. […]
Business
Nominations open for Alberta’s Emerald Awards
The Emerald Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding environmental achievements of large and small businesses, individuals, not-for-profit organizations, community groups, youth, and governments in Alberta. […]
Local Sports
Morinville in the running for Junior A team
The Western States Hockey League (WSHL) are currently looking to establish Junior A Hockey Teams in BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan through the Western Provinces Hockey Association (WPHA) – the WSHL’s newly-minted Canadian Division. […]
Columns
National Column: Politicians will bungle pot legalization
I happened to spend three days over New Year’s in Las Vegas. Work! On the Star’s dime!
What a pleasure it was to smoke indoors again, a rarity in our world, with all the casinos tobacco-friendly. A city built on vice recognizes that gamblers are smokers and drinkers. […]
Local News
Morinville Veterinary Clinic – Adopt-a-Pet
The Morinville Veterinary Clinic has a number of stray cats at present looking for homes. Below are the photos and stories of a number of cats. […]
Arts & Culture
Morinville to present Duelling Pianos
The Morinville Community Cultural Centre will open its doors for an all-request duelling piano throwdown Feb. 3 when Calgary-based Marquee Pianos hits the stage.
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Business
Vendors Assemble at Higher Grounds this week
Higher Grounds Espresso Bar on 100 Avenue is starting the year off with something new, a bi-weekly vendor gathering in the evening. […]
Food & Health
Food for Thought Column: Healthy habits at work to boost productivity
(NC) When striving to maintain optimal overall health, it’s imperative to instil good habits into your busy work schedule, which can also make you happier and more productive. Plan for success by following these six tips and tricks to achieve a healthy lifestyle. […]
Sturgeon County
Sturgeon County appoints interim CAO
Sturgeon County Council voted Tuesday in favour of appointing Bill Minnes as Sturgeon’s Interim Chief Administrative Officer until a permanent replacement is chosen. […]
Columns
National Column: Ben Harper has time to change
The fallout from Ontario’s minimum wage increase this year – most notably the cynical stripping away of benefits and paid breaks for a number of Tim Hortons employees in Cobourg, Ont. – has revealed that Tims, a brand synonymous with community warmth may also be synonymous with corporate greed.
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Local News
MFRC holding Transition from Military to Civilian Life workshop
The Edmonton Garrison Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is pleased to host “Transition from Military to Civilian Life”, a workshop for medically-released veterans and releasing CAF members and their families. The workshop will take place on Monday, March 19 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the MFRC. […]